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262D234

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,935 mi
Last recorded115,935 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration262D234
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 115,935 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 114,972 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 112,322 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 112,299 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 112,140 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 112,140 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 107,545 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 107,545 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 104,968 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 104,952 miles

Advise on N/S/F tyre getting low

Advise on chip on windscreen

Pass 8 Oct 2012 98,591 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 98,591 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 89,211 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 77,179 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 66,547 miles

head light bulbs of different intensity

Pass 27 Oct 2008 54,198 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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262D234 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 90,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 262D234, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 262D234 registered?

262D234 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is 262D234 safe to buy?

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